Democracies Quote by Benazir Bhutto
“Democracy needs support, and the best support for democracy comes from other democracies.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 1995
Democracy thrives when other democratic nations actively uphold and reinforce it, creating a network of mutual reinforcement.
In simple terms: Democracy is stronger when other democracies help it.
Key Takeaway
Support democracy through international solidarity.
Themes
democracy
solidarity
international relations
Mood
optimistic
serious
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- foreign policy
- NGO advocacy
- regional alliances
- electoral assistance
Key Concepts
mutual reinforcement
soft power
Questions to Reflect On
- How can democracies balance self-interest with supporting others?
- What mechanisms ensure effective democratic assistance?
A Different Perspective
Other nations may have conflicting interests that limit support.
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